To have a successful bass fishery, it's critical to have a sustainable forage supply. Here we share our favorite pond management...
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Stocking a Fishery with Shad
Generally speaking, Shad are a great forage species for Largemouth Bass, but they aren't ideal for every fishery.
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Seasonality of Fish Stocking
Fish typically become stressed during times of extreme temperatures, so we stock fish according to the seasons to minimize...
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The Pros and Cons of Fishing During the Spawn
Fishing during the spawn can be hugely rewarding but you need to make sure you handle your catch properly to reduce the risk of...
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Stocking Exotic Species in Texas
The fisheries biologists at Pond King frequently recommend stocking Grass Carp and Tilapia to help control aquatic vegetation....
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Grass Carp in Texas
Grass Carp are a fish that many people have heard about, but don’t know if they are a good fit for their pond. Grass Carp can be...
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Pond Stocking 101: How to Stock a Pond
There are many different factors that go into the process of stocking your pond. Consulting with a Pond King biologist is the...
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Do Fish Hibernate?
Winter can be a tricky time for an angler, and even a worrisome time for a pond owner. With falling temperatures, many ponds...
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Livewell Additives and Treatments
The main purpose of livewell additives is to relieve stress on the fish, ensuring that your catch counts at weigh-in and...
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Maximizing Pond Stockings with Electrofishing
Typically speaking, when we stock a pond or lake, it is because the owner has a specific goal in mind. That might be raising ...
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The Cost of Stocking a Pond with "Free" Fish
Although stocking fish legally harvested from another body of water may seem like a free way to stock your pond, it can actually...
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Transporting Fish for Pond Stocking
When buying freshwater fish for pond stocking, an important detail to take into consideration is how you are going to get the...
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